In an effort to more effectively meet the needs of a diverse population of learners, a teaching method which has recently emerged is that of flipping the classroom. With their beginning in 2007, Jonathan Bergmann and Aaron Sams have pioneered this teaching movement including the flipped-master model and given advice for making it work (Bergmann & Sams, 2012). After observing the struggles of many students such as those with unavoidable, excessive absences or those needing extra explanations, they realized that they could offer more to their students if they could individualize their time in the classroom and provide instruction as part of the course homework through videos. The teacher-directed instruction becomes the homework and classroom time becomes student-centered (Hart, 2012). Both of these models depend upon the use of technology at home and in the classroom. Devices are used in order to watch video lessons, complete interactive lessons, and take computerized assessment for instant feedback. Students are even able to watch their lessons while riding to their track meet in the next town. BYOD would provide a practical resource for student in a flipped classroom and help implement student-centered learning.
